Of the 32 WSOP champions in 2023, 12 have already won in previous seasons. In Event 30: $1,500 Limit 2-7 Low Ball Triple Draw, John Monnette fielded 521 players to claim his fifth title. In total, he raised $145,863.
“Winning a lot, that’s why we’re here to fight. There’s nothing like it. Nothing brings energy like the WSOP,” the 41-year-old told per.
Monnette competed in two other FT races before winning another gold bracelet. In Event 9: $1,500 Seven Card Stud, he finished fourth for $32,828. Just four days later, the veteran was one of Rafael Reis’ opponents in a six-hand tiebreaker in Event 15: $1,500 No-Limit Hold’em. Fifth place was eliminated. Monnette’s balance increased by $111,755.
All in all, the prize money for Event 30 is worth $696,870. Here’s how much each finalist receives:
1. John Monette (USA) $145,846
2. Christopher Chung (USA) $90,150
3. Patrick Leonard (UK) $60,915
4. Josh Damm (USA) $42,030
5. James Williams (USA) $29,625
6. Ryan Hughes (USA) $21,342
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This text provides information on the 32 WSOP champions in 2023, highlighting John Monnette’s fifth title win in Event 30. It also mentions his previous fourth-place finish in Event 9 and fifth-place elimination in Event 15, ultimately increasing his balance by $111,755.